Is the pursuit of diversity and inclusion dead?

The Australian Human Rights Institute will launch its new, annual event series in September 2025 with a provocative discussion about the future of diversity and inclusion as core values in our society.

Does the purge of diversity and inclusion initiatives in the United States and tectonic shifts in global politics signal the death knell for dreams of a more equal society here in Australia? As corporations shy away from social causes and governments become less ambitious about effecting change, how do we provide opportunity for all – not just in work but in society at large – and ensure the voices of those most in need are being heard?

The Australian Human Rights Institute plays an important role in driving human rights discourse, offering an opportunity for the public to engage with contemporary human rights concerns. This new annual event replaces its biennial conference series, which attracted more than 1300 registered participants since 2019.

This year’s event will be held on Wednesday, 10 September at 6pm at Meers Hall, North Wing, Art Gallery of NSW.